The BuccoZone attended a Pep Rally that the City of Bradenton held for the Pittsburgh Pirates on Saturday evening (2/25/2012). Many of the Pirate Players and Management were present for the affair which was very informal and laid back. Fans were able to leisurely mingle and talk with players and management alike, along with getting many wanted autographs from their favorites.

Their was a short presentation also done for the Pirates in which the Mayor of Bradenton made an official Proclamation naming the Month of March in Bradenton, "Pirates Month". Pirate majority owner Bob Nutting accepted the proclamation award and gave a brief speech on our Buccos. To conclude the presentation, Pirate's Manager Clint Hurdle gave a short speech on the outlook and goals of Pirate Baseball for the 2012 season. (You can watch a video of Clint Hurdle's Speech by clicking the appropriate box below)

In short, just another reason to visit the Pirates at Spring Training in Bradenton. A wonderful place to get away and relax and enjoy some time with the Buccos.... creating memories that last a lifetime!

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